Technical Specialist (Training and Development) - Pretoria at Right to Care

Key Performance Areas

KEY AREA 1 : THE PRIMARY GOALS

• Investigate, design, and implement training solutions to support SAHPRA’s effectiveness.
• Support the organisation to improve regulatory performance through the implementation of targeted training programs in critical technical areas.
• Understand and benchmark the current SAHPRA skills sets by conducting a skills audit utilising the WHO competency assessment tool.
• Based on the outcomes of the audit, develop a capacity development strategy and implementation plan for the next three (3) years.
• Facilitate, and monitor the development of SAHPRA’s competency frameworks.
• Develop and monitor talent management policies, frameworks, processes and procedures.

KEY AREA 2: IMPROVING THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REGULATORY AUTHORITY

• Undertake continuous improvement interventions such as establishment of quality management systems, development of SOPs for effective implementation of training programs.
• Recommends and adheres to budget allocated for training and Training and Development projects.
• Establish partnerships with well-established regulatory authorities through the signing of MOUs to formalize relations with an aim to facilitate training and where relevant collaborative review processes.
• Working with a cohort of associates and collaborators that are experts in specific technical areas, create a pool of trainers and mentors.
• Liase with the relevant SETA (HWSETA) in the development and submission of SAHPRA’s workplace skills plan (WSP) and related reporting with the assistance of the human resources team.
• Monitors SAHPRA’s compliance with HWSETA and optimises opportunities for relevant benefits (e.g., Grants and available training)
• Ensures the implementation of Training and Development and Skills Development initiatives to embed a learning culture and build SAHPRA’s Talent Pipeline. • Manages external service provider’s for training and development SLA’s in relation to service provision.

KEY AREA 3: PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM (PMDS)

• Manage the implementation of the Performance Management and Development System (PMDS). Provide reports on performance agreements, mid-year reviews and annual assessments submitted by all staff.
• Facilitate the awarding of performance incentives.
• Facilitate the issuing of memoranda reminding staff to submit PMDS documents.
• Manage non-compliance with the submission of PMDS documents.
• Facilitate the submission of PMDS reports.
• Manage the PMDS database.
• Communicate directives on the implementation of the PMDS policy.
• Develop/review the SAHPRA PMDS.
• Conduct information sessions.
• Implement the probation instrument for assessing the performance of all staff members including senior manager.
• Facilitate remedial actions/enhancement plans to address underperformance.
• Facilitate PMDS disputes and appeals.
• Manage human and financial resources.

KEY AREA 4: HR GOVERNANCE AND REPORTING

• Ensure compliance with relevant HR legislation by researching and interpreting HR compliance requirements included in statutes, policy frameworks and guidelines.
• Facilitating the development and monitoring the functioning of Employment Equity and Skills Development Committees, plans and reporting as legislated.
• Management of HR biographic, financial and performance information to ensure it is readily available for HR Audits, monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
• Lead and assist on the processes of maintaining records and procedures for to SAHPRA’s training and development programs and PMDS processes.
• Development and review of HR Processes and related templates in alignment with approved HR policies

Requirements

Minimum required qualifications and experience

• Matric certificate and a three-year Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management/ Human Resource Development/ Training and Development/ Management of Training/ Public Management/ Public Administration/ Industrial Psychology or an equivalent related qualification at NQF level 7 as recognized by SAQA. A relevant postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage. A valid driver’s licence.
• Minimum of seven (7) years relevant and extensive work experience in Human Resource Management, especially in Training and Development and Performance Management and Development System) of which three (3) years must be at supervisory / management level.
• Exposure / Knowledge of and experience in Training and Development and PMDS policies implementation and monitoring. Experience in Project Management (Bursary Scheme, Skills Development Planning, Work Skills Plan (WSP) and HRD principles
• SAGE P300 / VIP (or related versions) Payroll and HR system
• Internet; AI; general Technologies awareness

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge and good understanding the Labour Relation Act, 1995; Employment Equity Act, 1998; Basic Conditions of Employment Act, 1997; Public Financial Management Act,1999; Treasury Regulations, 2022, Treasury Instructions and Occupational Health and Safety Act,1993 including proven experience in application thereof
• Decision making level 3.
• Complexity level 3
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with sound judgment.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).
• Project Management, People Management and Empowerment, Service Delivery Innovation, Financial Management, Change Management, Client Orientation and Customer Care.
• Good interpersonal and mediation skills.
• Advanced Computer literacy (MS office)
• Ability to perform under pressure, and to meet tight deadlines.
• Providing advice to the SAHPRA, especially the Core Business and management